Senior Research And Development Engineer

Summary

The Toyoda Gosei Group is a leading global manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive components, safety systems and LEDs. Globally Headquartered in Japan with a network of 67 group companies in 17 countries and regions, the Group brings its extensive range of products to customers all over the world.

Toyoda Gosei North America (headquartered in Troy, MI) has an opening for a Senior Research and Development Engineer in the Safety Systems Engineering department. The Sr R&D Engineer functions with a high degree of autonomy, and is responsible for providing professional level engineering design and product lifecycle support for Toyoda Gosei (TG) North America Corporation (TGNA) and TGNA Manufacturing Companies (NAMCs).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop safety system component and assembly design of stamped, die-cast, and injection molded parts
• Lead the Design and development of new technologies in Automotive Safety Systems specifically Steering Wheels and airbag components
• Conduct research and part analysis to benchmark competitors, understand and apply best practices, and how to apply/innovate TG technology to meet customer demands
• Develop, present and promote new product technology to OEM customers
• Attend conferences & seminars pertaining to safety restraints, interiors, materials, etc. to understand latest trends and inform new product development
• Perform root cause analysis, and develop & validate countermeasures to address design and development issues
• Maintain engineering documentation such as ADVP&R, DFMEA, timelines, and others
• Collaborate with internal test group to create and implement test plans
• Serve as a mentor and lead to Engineers
• Provide project planning and budget management support
• Provide regular support and communication between various global technical and manufacturing facilities
• Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts
• Function in a highly collaborative environment where flexibility and teamwork is crucial to organizational success

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent in experience is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is preferred
• Seven to fifteen years of relevant work experience is preferred
• Ability to travel outside of the United States is required
• Experience developing steering wheel, airbag components and evaluating crashworthiness is preferred
• Some CAD experience is a plus (CATIA V5 and/or UG/NX)
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suites 2007 or newer is required
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines is required
• Effective verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills with all staff and management are required
• Effective attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills is required

Benefits (subject to eligibility):

• Hybrid Work Style (if eligible)
• Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Program)
• Company Paid STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D
• Generous Employer Contribution to HSA
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K Company Match
• Paid Time Off/Holidays
• Free Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Reimbursement Programs (Cellphone, Tuition, Vehicle, etc.)
• Multiple Free Wellness Programs Offered